The Washington County Jail is a 65 bed jail in the city of Chatom, Washington County, Alabama.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 251-847-2202, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
Phone: 251-847-2202
Physical Address:
45 Court Street
Chatom, AL 36518
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name
Washington County Jail
PO Box 307
Chatom, AL 36518
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To search for an inmate in the Washington County Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 251-847-2202 for the information you are looking for.
Washington County Jail Inmate Search
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Washington County Jail, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-847-2202 for further assistance.
The Washington County Jail maintains an average of 65 offenders in custody on any given day. The Washington County Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Washington County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,900 offenders.
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Washington County Jail is a medium-security Adult facility located at 403 Court Street, PO Box 307, Chatom, AL 36518. This facility has been operational since 1989 and has a capacity of 80 inmates.
The Jail houses inmates who are convicted of offenses ranging from low-level misdemeanors to more serious charges such as rape, robbery, and murder. Inmates are allowed to receive mail, make phone calls, and receive visitors.
Visiting hours are Wednesday - Sunday from 10am - 11am, 12:30pm - 1:30pm and 2pm - 3pm, and inmates can have two 1-hour visits per week.
All mail must be opened before being given to inmates and certain items such as blank paper, photos, body fluids, hair and items depicting violence, sex or gang affiliation will be rejected.
Inmates are allowed to make phone calls during daytime hours only and calls are limited to 15 minutes. Additionally, inmates can have two 45-minute onsite video visits per week which must be scheduled in advance.
The phone number for the jail is 251-847-2202 and inquiries regarding visits, mail, or phone calls can be made by calling the jail supervisor in case of an emergency.
The jail utilizes about 40 inmates in its in-house work lines for kitchen, laundry, and other activities, as well as inmate labor for trash collection on county roads and assistance with projects for schools and the public.
Washington County Jail has been the subject of a class action lawsuit due to oppressive and inhumane conditions. Inmates have reported being personally billed for their health care needs, and audio revealed that jail staff debated the bill for an inmate in an emergency situation who later died at the hospital.
To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Washington County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 251-847-2202.
There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.
Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.
If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.
Washington County Jail Booking Roster
After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Washington County for booking.
Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.
Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Washington County and other Alabama and USA jurisdictions.
If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.
It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.
The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.
During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.
Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.
At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.
If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Washington County Jail will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.
Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.
Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.
If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Washington County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Washington County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-847-2202 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Washington County Jail?
Washington County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
iphone app
Google Play app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-847-2202 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Washington County Jail?
You can deposit money four different ways:
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To send commissary money to an inmate in Washington County Jail follow these steps:
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For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account, what the fees are, how long it takes to hit their account and more, check out our full money and commissary guide for Washington County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-847-2202 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Washington County Jail?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Washington County follow these instructions:
Washington County Jail uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.
In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:
NOTE:
1. You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2. When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3. When allowed by Washington County Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.
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NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – [email protected]
Full list of participating jails.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Washington County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-847-2202 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Washington County Jail, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-847-2202 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Washington County Jail, and what can I purchase?
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To send commissary money to an inmate's account in Washington County Jail follow these steps:
You can deposit money four different ways:
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Frequently Asked Questions
For all information, tips and available items for send money and for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Washington County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Washington County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-847-2202 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Washington County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
This product allows inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
Here's how it works:
Cost of Chirping:
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Washington County Jail follow these steps:
- Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
- This product allows Washington County inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
- Inmates will be charged a monthly service fee of $4.00.
- Inbound and Outbound Chirps are $0.10 each.
Inmate Sales Apps
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Google Play app
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Washington County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Washington County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-847-2202 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Washington County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-847-2202 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Washington County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Washington County?
This facility, known as "Washington County Jail" is also known as Washington County Sheriff, Washington County Inmate Search, Washington County Arrests, Washington County Jail .
